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The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has announced that Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will open its doors on 11 December 11 of this year, further strengthening Abu Dhabi’s position as a leading global capital for the arts.

RadissonHotel Group has collaborated with Accenture in launching an AI-powered hotel discovery app in ChatGPT, helping travellers move from trip intent to search, comparison and planning through natural conversation.

flydubai, a Dubai-based carrier, has recently celebrated the launch of its daily non-stop service to Aleppo International Airport (ALP), marking its second destination in Syria, alongside Damascus.

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, and Africa World Airlines, the Accra-based carrier that has connected Ghana and the wider West African region for more than a decade, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic partnership spanning codeshare and interline cooperation, cargo collaboration and frequent flyer programmes.

The global travel industry is entering its next phase of growth, according to new research from Arabian Travel Market’s (ATM) Official Research Partners, STR and Euromonitor International, which indicates that consumer demand for travel remains fundamentally resilient despite the challenges facing the Middle East this year.

 

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest budget carrier operator, has announced the commencement of its new double daily non-stop service connecting Sharjah International Airport with London Gatwick Airport. The inaugural flight took off on July 04, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s expanding international network.

On July 20, Air France and Cyprus Airways announced the signing of a codeshare agreement covering flights between Paris-Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – Larnaca (LCA).

 

With up to six flights a week during the summer peak season, this agreement further expanding travel opportunities between France and Cyprus.

In 2025, 31.1 percent of all overnight stays in tourist accommodations across the EU took place during the two busiest months; in all EU countries these were August and July. The seasonality of tourism is driven by environmental factors, such as climate conditions and geographical location, together with social and cultural influences, such as school holidays.

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and Eberjey unveil an exclusive pajama collection featuring a limited-edition print inspired by the sea, marking the luxury travel brand’s first-ever sleepwear collaboration and celebrating Eberjey’s 30th anniversary. Rooted in the shared belief that the most memorable journeys leave space to slow down and recharge, the collection invites moments of calm wherever you are.

Orascom Hotels Management (OHM), in partnership with Tadweera for Green Education, the national operator of the Green Key program in Egypt, have launched Green Key in Egypt during a landmark sustainability event hosted at Sheraton Miramar El Gouna on July 10. Having hosted hospitality professionals, sustainability experts and industry stakeholders, the event marks an important step in advancing internationally recognized sustainability standards across Egypt's tourism sector.

The partnership between Orascom Hotels Management and Tadweera reflects a shared commitment to supporting the continued development of sustainable tourism in Egypt. By combining Tadweera's expertise in environmental education and certification with OHM's long-standing commitment to responsible hospitality, the initiative aims to encourage wider adoption of international sustainability standards while reinforcing Egypt's position as a competitive and environmentally responsible tourism destination.

The selection of El Gouna as the host destination reflects the town's long-standing commitment to responsible tourism and sustainable hospitality practices. The event also celebrates the renewal of Green Key certification for all OHM-managed hotels in Egypt for the third consecutive year, reaffirming the company's continued dedication to internationally recognized environmental standards and continuous operational improvement.

Green Key is one of the world's leading environmental certification programmes for the tourism and hospitality sector, recognising hotels and tourism establishments that demonstrate excellence in environmental management, energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, resource conservation and social responsibility. Recognised internationally by travelers and major booking platforms, the certification enables tourism businesses to demonstrate their commitment to sustainable operations while strengthening their competitiveness in global markets.

As the national operator of Green Key in Egypt, Tadweera for Green Education plays a leading role in promoting environmental sustainability and supporting organisations in adopting globally recognised environmental standards. Through partnerships across the tourism sector, Tadweera contributes to advancing Egypt's sustainable tourism ambitions and supporting the country's broader environmental and climate objectives.

For Orascom Hotels Management, sustainability extends far beyond certification. Across its hotels, continuous efforts are made to reduce environmental impact through responsible energy and water management, waste reduction initiatives, employee and guest engagement, and operational improvements that enhance both the guest experience and long-term environmental performance. Sustainability remains an integral part of the company's approach to hospitality, with continuous investment in initiatives that create lasting environmental, social and economic value for guests, employees, local communities and the destinations in which it operates.

 By jointly launching the Green Key program in Egypt, Tadweera and Orascom Hotels Management reaffirm their shared vision of accelerating sustainable tourism across the country. The partnership demonstrates how collaboration between environmental organisations and the hospitality sector can help raise industry standards, strengthen Egypt's international competitiveness and contribute to a more sustainable future for tourism.